Impactful SEN Teaching Assistant – Worcester

Smile Education Recruitment; Worcester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Weekly PAYE pay

Flexible working options

CPD and safeguarding training

OPPORTUNITIES in SEND education

Job summary

Smile Education Recruitment is actively seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across primary, secondary, and specialist schools in Worcester (WR1). The role involves 1:1 support, small group work, and implementing strategies for ASC, ADHD and other needs.

You will work collaboratively with teachers and SENCOs to create an inclusive learning environment, develop communication and social skills, and help students reach their potential within safeguarding parameters.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant or Teaching Assistant.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND.
• Experience within care, residential care, youth work, coaching, mental health support or similar sectors.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs.
• Support small intervention groups.
• Assist children with ASC, ADHD, SEMH, SLCN, and learning difficulties.
• Implement strategies to support emotional regulation and positive behaviour.
• Collaborate with class teachers, SENCOs and external professionals.
• Support pupils' development, communication and social interaction.
• Adapt learning activities to individual needs and encourage independence.
• Monitor progress and give feedback to teaching staff.

Skills

1:1 support

Small group support

ASC/ADHD support

Emotional regulation

Communication skills

Empathy

Resilience

Job description

Smile Education Recruitment is actively seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across primary, secondary, and specialist schools in Worcester (WR1). The role involves 1:1 support, small group work, and implementing strategies for ASC, ADHD and other needs.

You will work collaboratively with teachers and SENCOs to create an inclusive learning environment, develop communication and social skills, and help students reach their potential within safeguarding parameters.